Laura T. David, Talna Lorena P. dela Cruz, Rhodora V. Azanza
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For the 38th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) held on July 13–14, 2015, the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) adopted the theme “Looking Back and Looking Forward.” Serving as the country’s leading forum for scientific and policy research, the meeting reviewed past achievements and identified reforms and actions needed to address current national issues and concerns. Policy recommendations arising from the plenary sessions and discussions were submitted to the Philippine government and the private sector for consideration and implementation.
For the 37th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) held on July 8-9, 2015, the National academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) adopted the theme: The challenges of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs): Responding through Multisectoral Action.
For the 36th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM), the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) focused on the three “pillars” of competitiveness identified by the World Economic Forum: infrastructure, information, and innovation. Discussions centered on policy and governance issues in key infrastructure sectors such as energy, water, telecommunications, and transportation, with the goal of identifying concrete measures to improve the country’s performance. Serving as a premier forum for scientific and policy research, the ASM produced recommendations for both government and the private sector to support national competitiveness and development.
For the 35th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) and 2013 Regional Scientific Meetings (RSM), the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) adopted the theme: Harnessing Science and Technology: Reversing the Decline of the Manufacturing Sector in the Philippines. The objective is to sensitize the manufacturing sector to improve productivity by using the latest knowledge, tools, and machinery in order to respond in a timely manner. The ASM, held on 10-11 July 2013, should also identify a technology-specific roadmap to revitalize the manufacturing sector by adding value to the inputs in the manufacturing process. The continuing decline in the productivity and viability of the local manufacturing sector has been the subject of much discussion and significant concern. Many observers attribute the decline to a combination of several factors, with access to and use of modern technology being a major concern for the science community.
For the 34th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) and 2012 Regional Scientific Meetings (RSM), the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) adopted the theme: Philippine Water 2050. This gathering provided a platform to address pressing concerns regarding water scarcity and management in the Philippines. Despite the country’s seemingly abundant freshwater resources, challenges such as contamination, inadequate infrastructure, and population growth threaten water availability and quality. The ASM highlighted the need for comprehensive approaches to ensure access to safe water for domestic use, support food security, preserve ecosystems, mitigate disasters, and enhance energy security through sustainable hydropower generation
The Transactions of the National Academy of Science and Technology (ISSN 0115-8848) has been published by the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) since 1979. Transactions NAST PHL has For the 33rd Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) and 2011 Regional Scientific Meetings (RSM), the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) adopted the theme: Meeting the Challenges of Agricultural Productivity, Competitiveness and Sustainability. This theme builds on the Philippine Agriculture 2020 strategy — addressing the stagnation in agriculture, declining GNP share, and persistent rural poverty.
For the 32nd Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) held on 14-15 July 2010 and the 2010 Regional Scientific Meetings (RSM), the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) chose the theme “MDGs and Beyond: Are We Making Progress?” The meeting focused on reviewing the country’s progress toward the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) across various sectors, with the Academy’s members leading discussions on seven of the eight MDGs. Through roundtable discussions and plenary presentations, experts addressed key issues such as poverty, education, gender equality, health, environmental sustainability, and more. These discussions culminated in a set of policy recommendations and insights on how the Philippines can continue striving towards these crucial goals.